A cooking pot of Arabic, Asian, European, and Swahili cultural influences, Zanzibar boasts the World Heritage–listed Stone Town, which echoes with the grandiose atmosphere of a bygone era. The water here is dotted with emerald-blue islands sporting dazzling white beaches and vast coral reefs. The spice-infused cuisine, antique curio shops, and laid-back culture are alluring to travelers from all over the world. Zanzibar is the epitome of exotic.